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Biennial Quilt Show in Davenport

Posted on November 3, 2012 by john

The 2012 Biennial Quilts and Tea Festival will be held Friday and Saturday, November 9 & 10, from 9am to 3pm in the Historic District, 1 South Allapaha Avenue in Davenport. http://quiltsandtea.com/home.html

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Pioneer Day in Kissimmee November 10

Posted on November 2, 2012 by john

The 21st Annual Pioneer Day will be celebrated in Pioneer Village on North Bass Road  in Kissimmee. This year the event will coincide with the grand opening of the Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum. Enjoy re-enactors, barbeque, and … Continue reading →

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The Holy Land Experience in Orlando

Posted on November 1, 2012 by john

One of Orlando’s less known attractions is the Holy Land Experience, located at the corner of Conroy and Vineland Roads. According to its webite, “It is a living, biblical museum that takes you 7000 miles away and 2000 years back … Continue reading →

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Sunset & Symphony at Bok Tower Gardens

Posted on October 31, 2012 by john

Bok Tower Gardens will present “Sunset & Symphony” featuring the Orlando Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, November 10, from 6 to 8pm. Concert tickets include general admission as well as a performance by the Florida Southern College jazz ensemble at 4:30pm. http://boktowergardens.org/calendar/sunset-symphony/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=October+-+Upcoming+Events&utm_content=October+-+Upcoming+Events+CID_f0ee7d11b229d83327f81271649eb0b6&utm_source=Email%20Marketing&utm_term=MORE%20INFO

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New and Improved Country Bear Show

Posted on October 30, 2012 by john

The Country Bear Show in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland has reopened with a new look and streamlined performance. The show opened in 1971 and has performed unchanged since then as one of the Magic Kingdom’s most popular attractions. You can expect upgraded … Continue reading →

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Imperial Symphony Orchestra Date Changed

Posted on October 29, 2012 by john

The Imperial Symphony Orchestra’s performance at the Lakeland Center has been changed from Tuesday, November 6, to Monday, November 5, at 7:30pm. The change was made to avoid a conflict with Election Day. http://www.imperialsymphony.org/

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Mermaids at Pirates of the Caribbean

Posted on October 28, 2012 by john

The next time you enter the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at the Magic Kingdom, see if you can spot the mermaids that have been added. One is near the beginning of the ride splashing in the water and the … Continue reading →

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Folk Fair in St. Petersburg November 3

Posted on October 27, 2012 by john

“Music Around the World” will be celebrated in Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg, on Saturday, November 3, from 10am to 10pm. This annual folk fair is sponsored by the St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society and features ethnic cuisine, folk dancing, … Continue reading →

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Christmas Season Starts Early at Attractions

Posted on October 26, 2012 by john

Yes, I realize we haven’t celebrated Halloween yet. But the theme parks are already thinking Christmas. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the wonderful Osborn Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights begins on November 9. Also on the 9th, Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade … Continue reading →

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Marching Band Festival This Saturday

Posted on October 25, 2012 by john

The Florida Band Masters Association’s annual Marching Band Festival will be held at Denison Stadium in Winter Haven this Saturday from 5:30 to 10pm. Fifteen marching bands from Polk County schools are expected to compete for ratings and awards. Tickets … Continue reading →

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